Rev. Umitani’s Dharma Message for Sunday, March 29, 2020

Rev. Umitani recorded this video Dharma Message to share online this morning.

"In this time of difficulties and uncertainties, let us go to the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha for guidance.
"Today we are faced with a great danger which many of us have never experienced before. This pandemic has changed our lifes drastically.
"As the situation evolves, maintaining the health and safety of each individual is essential, as we do not exist independently, but exist within the network of interdependence. So, please, take care of yourself and the people around you. Please share your smile and compassion with your family and friends. You can make a difference.
"Now is a time of reflection and realization. Normally we live our everyday life as if we will live forever. We easily take life, and all that it involves, for granted.
"Impermanence is not something we need to overcome or conquer, but it is to be lived and appreciated. Each day, each moment, and each condition should be appreciated and cherished."
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Rev. Umitani recorded this video Dharma Message to share this morning during this time of suspended temple services. Above text is a short excerpt from the video transcript. Rev. Toshiyuki Umitani is Resident Minister at Moiliili Hongwanji Mission, Honolulu, Hawaii. (https://www.moiliilihongwanji.org)